Talking about Race

A compelling mix of first-rate analysis, personal stories, and practical, illuminating exercises that help readers push forward in the struggle against racism. Tim Wise, author, White Like Me: Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son.Talking About Race adds to the growing toolbox for anti-racism that helps white people move towards accountability, courage, and freedom. Mab Segrest, author, Memoirs of a Race TraitorThis book will educate, inspire, and guide a good number of white people who want to organize and build communities to heal our wounded society. Holly Fulton, Traces of the Trade and "Coming to the Table"Talking About Race shines a light on the guilt, shame, fears, challenges and triumphs of unpacking white privilege, giving readers an opportunity to flex their "racial equality muscles." Dr. Carlie C. Tartakov, Emerita Professor, Iowa State UniversityAs a young black athlete growing up in NYC, I never understood why racism exists. Now I can hear it from'the other side. Craig Taylor, CEO & Founder, http://www.rarehiphop.comBased on a successful college course now adapted in book form, Talking About Race will appeal to white people working to achieve racial equality in their lives, and to readers of color who would like insight into psychological and social experiences white people encounter. Heartfelt stories from Kaolin's former students fill the text, interspersed with over 140 self-study questions. Talking About Race can be used by individuals, small study groups, and in secondary and higher education classrooms.